A $300,000 bond has been set for a teenager accused of shooting another teen in the face at a home in Tarrant County Sunday evening.
According to the Watauga Police Department, 18-year-old Ayden Stephen Blair is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and family violence causing serious bodily injury.
The shooting happened on Oct. 1 just before 7 p.m. at a home in the 5900 block of Dunson Drive in Watauga.
Police said when they arrived at the scene, they found the young victim suffering a gunshot wound to the face. The victim was taken to a local hospital, and there is no word on their condition.
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Following a brief investigation, Watauga PD identified Blair as the shooter and began looking for him. On Tuesday, Blair turned himself in to the police at 1:30 p.m. and was jailed.
"We would like to express our gratitude to the public and our media partners for taking an interest in this case," WPD said in a released statement Tuesday afternoon.
"Your help was invaluable in spreading the word and providing tips and information to assist in a speedy apprehension. Thank you for helping to keep our community safe."
